Campaign urges discussion about contraceptionA new government campaign will encourage young people to discuss sexual health and contraception with their parents. Teenage births have fallen to their lowest level for 15 years, but health experts...

BPA linked with erectile dysfunction in humansMale workers who have been exposed to Bisohenol-A (BPA) at work have a much higher chance of suffering erectile difficulties - news which may interest those researching infertility treatment.
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Brits still reluctant to discuss sexual healthA new poll has revealed that many British people are still too embarrassed to talk about issues relating to sexual health. The survey, which was conducted by the Departments of Health and Children,...

How CBT can positively impact addiction treatmentCBT has previously been used to mainly treat depression, anxiety and other mental disorders. But it is becoming increasingly valuable in treating alcoholism and drug dependency especially as part of...

New Consumer Education AgencyRegulator, the Financial Services Authority, will lose its key consumer education role. A new agency will be given the job of providing independent financial advice to anyone who wants it.

Scottish Friendly children's book tourThree schools in Dumfries and Galloway will win hundreds of pounds worth of book tokens on the back of a new competition. Scottish Book Trust and sponsor Scottish Friendly are offering one winner £50...

Retirees consider fleeing abroadWith the cost of retirement in the UK estimated to increase, more people are choosing to retire abroad, according to Alliance & Leicester International. France is the most popular retirement...